Play is expanding its TV package offer with more channels from Grupa Kino Polska, one of Poland's leading media groups and a part of SPI International – a global media company owned by the CANAL+ Group. Starting in January, the operator's offer will include nine new channels, including five channels from the FilmBox package, the Kino TV film channel, as well as the documentary channel DocuBox HD, the FightBox HD sports channel and broadcast in 4K quality FunBox UHD. All mentioned Grupa Kino Polska channels will be available to Play subscribers on a promotional basis within an open window from December 14, 2023 to January 9, 2024.
- We are pleased that, thanks to our cooperation with Kino Polska Group, more channels will be added to Play's TV offer, expanding our TV service with a variety of high-quality programs. The rich library of movies, series, documentaries and sports content that will enrich our offer is perfectly in line with our strategy of providing customers with next-generation television. The best TV experience, top-notch entertainment and freedom of choice are the pillars of Play TV. - said Magdalena Zonko, Head of the Content Acquisition and Management Team in Play.
- We are constantly expanding the distribution of our channels, allowing an even larger audience to choose the content we offer. We are pleased that channels from the Grupa Kino Polska portfolio are joining the offer of another major operator in the country. Introducing them to Play increases their accessibility and will allow both new and existing subscribers to access attractive and quality content. I am convinced that everyone will find something for themselves in our offer. – said Jacek Koskowski, Director of Sales and Distribution in Grupa Kino Polska.
Grupa Kino Polska channels that will join the Play offer are popular and well-liked TV channels. FilmBox is a well-known brand offering five movie channels: FilmBox Premium HD, FilmBox Extra HD, FilmBox Family, FilmBox Action and FilmBox Arthouse. The FilmBox channels offer excellent entertainment for a wide range of viewers. The package includes a carefully selected range of award-winning films with great actors, high-profile Hollywood productions, acclaimed European cinema, top action films, entertainment classics for the whole family, interesting selection of series from all over the world, as well as arthouse cinema and productions outside the mainstream.
Play TV users will also be able to watch movies and series on the Kino TV channel. The programming offer includes a good selection of popular evergreens, fantasy films, moving dramas, funny comedies, cult horrors as well as series and miniseries.
Documentary enthusiasts will be pleased with the offer of the DocuBox HD channel, which presents nature, popular science, historical and cultural programs and series. For sports fans, the broadcaster offers FightBox HD - a unique sports channel on the Polish market, dedicated to more than 30 combat sports disciplines, including the recently fastest-growing MMA. In turn, FunBox UHD is one of the few channels available in Poland that broadcasts in Ultra HD (4K). It allows viewers to discover breathtaking places, meet extraordinary people and attend unique cultural events.
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SPI International (a CANAL+ company) is a global media company operating TV channels, multiple digital products across six continents, and is a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide. SPI operates multiple free-to-air and pay-tv channels in CEE, Western Europe, Asia, and Adria regions including key European markets such as Poland, Czechia, Romania, Serbia, and the Netherlands. SPI International owns a suite of legacy brands that have become household names such as FilmBox, Film1, Kino Polska, Stopklatka, Dizi along with different thematic channels and streaming services, including FilmBox+. Working with over 700 operators worldwide, SPI uses cutting-edge technology providing its subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content. For over 25 years, SPI INTERNATIONAL has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international markets. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com.
Grupa Kino Polska, part of SPI International, a company owned by CANAL+ Group, is one of the leading media groups in Poland, successfully operating also on international markets. The group distributes and produces content for television, VOD platforms, streaming services and cinemas, as well as selling program licenses. It is also a broadcaster of thematic TV channels, distributed on digital terrestrial television, cable networks and satellite platforms. The Group's portfolio includes such TV channels as Stopklatka, Zoom TV, Kino Polska, Kino Polska Muzyka, Kino TV, Dizi, Gametoon and FilmBox brand channels.
SPI International, a CANAL+ company, that has extensive expertise in channel curation and management across Free-to-Air (FTA), Pay TV and digital platforms, is delighted to announce the addition of FilmBox Christmas to its expanding Smart Channel portfolio on FilmBox+. As the holiday season approaches, the new Smart Channel offers viewers an exclusive collection of heartwarming and festive movies, creating a special space for families to come together and celebrate the joy of Christmas.
“Our main goal is to provide a great entertainment experience to global audiences and a diverse offering to our business partners through a good selection of channels and digital services. Our proficiency in channel curation seamlessly extends to digital platforms like FilmBox+ for which we craft uniquely curated Smart Channels tailored to diverse preferences. We are excited to contribute to the festive cheer with the FilmBox Christmas Smart Channel,’’ commented Haymi Behar, CMO & CDO at SPI International.
FilmBox Christmas is available exclusively on the FilmBox+ platform, which has a global reach and collaborates with partner operators to bring curated VOD content and channels to millions of households worldwide. This festive addition to the Smart Channels lineup provides a unique and enjoyable viewing experience for subscribers. The highlights of the channel are “Silent Night’’, “Rocketman’’, “My Dad’s Christmas Date’’, “Two Night Stand’’, “A Christmas Kiss’’, among other heartwarming selections. The selection of movies varies based on the licensed territories.
Smart Channels, known for their carefully curated playlists of on-demand content, offer a digital twist to traditional linear channels. The Christmas Smart Channel on FilmBox+ is no exception, providing viewers with a seamless flow of holiday-themed movies, bringing the spirit of Christmas directly to their screens.
FilmBox+ delivers over 200 Smart Channels to a global audience, covering diverse interests such as animation, documentary, lifestyle, sports, and more. Subscribers can access FilmBox+ via the web at www.filmbox.com, download the mobile app compatible with iOS and Android operating systems, or stream content through the Smart TV app available on Apple TV, Android TV, Samsung, and LG Smart TV devices. The platform is also accessible through major European operators.
About SPI International:
SPI INTERNATIONAL (a CANAL+ company) is a global media company operating TV channels, multiple digital products across six continents, and is a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide. SPI operates multiple free-to-air and pay-tv channels in CEE, Western Europe, Asia, and Adria regions including key European markets such as Poland, Czechia, Romania, Serbia, and the Netherlands. SPI International owns a suite of legacy brands that have become household names such as FilmBox, Film1, Kino Polska, Stopklatka, Dizi along with different thematic channels and streaming services, including FilmBox+. Working with over 700 operators worldwide, SPI uses cutting-edge technology providing its subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content. For over 25 years, SPI INTERNATIONAL has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international markets. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com
SPI International, a CANAL+ company, which has strong expertise in channel management and curation across various platforms, including FTA, PayTV and digital, is excited to announce a new partnership with one of Portugal's leading telecommunications operators, NOS. Dizi, SPI’s dedicated channel for premium Turkish series, is now available in the basic package offered by NOS at channel number 69.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone for SPI International, as it ensures that 100% of the Portuguese market will now have access to Dizi Portugal through their respective operators.
"We are thrilled to join forces with NOS, a leading player in the Portuguese telecommunications industry. This collaboration solidifies our presence in the Portuguese market, allowing us to deliver the compelling and captivating series of Dizi to an even wider audience," commented Georgina Twiss, MD of Western Europe and Africa at SPI International.
Dizi has gained immense popularity worldwide, showcasing a diverse range of Turkish series that have captivated audiences with their compelling storytelling, exceptional production values, and talented casts. With this latest partnership, Dizi channel will now be more accessible than ever to Portuguese viewers, enriching their entertainment experience with a curated selection of high-quality programming.
“We are delighted to be working with SPI to launch Dizi. Our goal is to always provide the best and more diverse content in alignment with our customers’ preferences. We look forward to seeing the results of this collaboration,” commented Adriano Duarte Neves, Content Central Director at NOS.
About NOS
NOS is the largest communications and entertainment group in Portugal, providing fixed and mobile solutions for television, Internet, voice and data for all market segments. NOS is dedicated to delivering an excellent user experience across various areas. To achieve this goal, it offers convergent multi-device product, places a strong emphasis on the next revolution in TV broadcasting format, based on 4K technology or ultra HD. Additionally, it leads in cinema distribution and exhibition, owning the largest number of cinema complexes and theatres in Portugal. NOS offers 10.8 million communications services in the market, based on the most advanced new generation networks, both fixed and mobile.
About SPI International:
SPI INTERNATIONAL (a CANAL+ company) is a global media company operating TV channels, multiple digital products across six continents, and is a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide. SPI operates multiple free-to-air and pay-tv channels in CEE, Western Europe, Asia, and Adria regions including key European markets such as Poland, Czechia, Romania, Serbia, and the Netherlands. SPI International owns a suite of legacy brands that have become household names such as FilmBox, Film1, Kino Polska, Stopklatka, Dizi along with different thematic channels and streaming services, including FilmBox+. Working with over 700 operators worldwide, SPI uses cutting-edge technology providing its subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content. For over 25 years, SPI INTERNATIONAL has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international markets. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com
SPI International is delighted to announce the extension of its collaboration with Paramount Global Content Distribution and Prorom
SPI International, a CANAL+ company, and the operator of the global movie services brand FilmBox, is thrilled to unveil an impressive lineup of titles set to grace the screens in selected Central and Eastern European countries such as Poland, Romania, Czechia and Slovakia, Hungary and Adria region. This agreement not only strengthens the company’s enduring collaboration with esteemed studios and distributors, but it also reaffirms its dedication to its audiences by consistently enriching the FilmBox and FilmBox+ offerings with top-notch content.
New titles will swiftly be integrated into FilmBox channels across selected territories starting from autumn. Viewers will also be able to watch the movies on-demand with FilmBox+ during their license periods.
"We are proud to deliver top-tier entertainment to our audience by unveiling this great collection of films including Academy Award-winning productions. These titles will surely amplify the viewing experience and we are eager to share them with our valued audience," commented Małgorzata Lucińska – Sikora, Content Acquisitions Director at SPI International.
Among the titles acquired from Paramount Global Content Distribution are the Academy Award®-winning ROCKETMAN (2019), the story of Elton John's life, from his years as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music through his influential and enduring musical partnership with Bernie Taupin, and the sci-fi action thriller GEMINI MAN (2019) about an aging NSA agent who's targeted for death when he tries to retire discovers his assassin is a younger cloned version of himself.
“We are thrilled to be working with SPI International, for FilmBox offers, to bring these top-quality films to the platform,” says Iwona Pilgrim, Executive Director, Regional TV Licensing, Paramount Global Content Distribution.“We hope the Central and Eastern European audiences enjoy these highly acclaimed films.”
From Prorom, the selection includes the seven-time Academy Award-winning EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE (2022), the light-hearted comedy ABOUT MY FATHER, starring Robert DeNiro, and the action comedy FREELANCE (2023) about a former special forces operative who is hired to safeguard a journalist during her interview with a dictator when unexpected events start to unravel.
“We are extremely happy to further expand our long-term partnership with SPI International and to see many of our newest flagship movies make their Pay-TV and SVOD debut on FilmBox,’’ says Axel Böhm, Chief Operating Officer at Prorom.
FilmBox, the Home of Good Movies, is a SPI’s flagship movie brand that includes a bouquet of movie channels including FilmBox, FilmBox Premium, FilmBox Extra, FilmBox Stars, and FilmBox Arthouse. The brand also offers the complementary SVOD service, FilmBox+, which combines the “lean-back” and on-demand viewing experiences by providing instant access to an extensive VOD catalog and live channels on any internet-connected device.
About SPI International:
SPI INTERNATIONAL (a CANAL+ company) is a global media company operating TV channels, multiple digital products across six continents, and is a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide. SPI operates multiple free-to-air and pay-tv channels in CEE, Western Europe, Asia, and Adria regions including key European markets such as Poland, Czechia, Romania, Serbia, and the Netherlands. SPI International owns a suite of legacy brands that have become household names such as FilmBox, Film1, Kino Polska, Stopklatka, Dizi along with different thematic channels and streaming services, including FilmBox+. Working with over 700 operators worldwide, SPI uses cutting-edge technology providing its subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content. For over 25 years, SPI INTERNATIONAL has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international markets. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com
About Paramount Global Content Distribution:
Paramount Global Content Distribution is the leading distributor of premium content across multiple media platforms throughout the global marketplace. The division's portfolio is comprised of some of the world's most recognized brands, including feature films and television programs from Paramount Pictures, Republic Pictures, Paramount Television Studios, CBS Studios, CBS Media Ventures, CBS News, SHOWTIME Networks, Nickelodeon, MTV Entertainment Studios, Miramax and third-party partners. The division also has the largest distributed library of series and film titles, including global franchises such as "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," "NCIS," "Star Trek," "SpongeBob SquarePants," "Transformers," "Mission: Impossible," and more. In addition, the division licenses a diverse lineup of scripted and unscripted formats for local production and international co-productions. Paramount Global Content Distribution is a division of Paramount.
About Prorom:
Prorom was established in 1992 and is one of the largest distributors of independent feature films in Central & Eastern Europe. With a portfolio of well over 1,000 movies, Prorom has been entertaining the audience with a broad variety of genres, ranging from Oscar-winning features to the latest action blockbuster. Through long-term cooperations will all major players in the independent film production universe, Prorom is constantly adding new movies with great production value and acclaimed cast and directors to its slate.
